Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Aggressive
Easygoing

Jacairns are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Boston Malterriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

United States

United States

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

Maltese and Boston Terrier

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

Black
White

Jacairns have medium-length coats.

Boston Malterriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Wiry

A Jacairn can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Boston Malterrier can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Jacairns are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Boston Malterriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Heart Murmur
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Electrocardiogram
Complete Blood Count
Thyroid Panel

Jacairn has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Boston Malterrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Jacairns are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Boston Malterriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Park, Fetch, Walking, Watching tv, Relaxing, Playdate, Teasing, Cuddling, Playing, Run

Chase, Tug-of-war, Hide & Seek, Wrestling

Jacairns are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Boston Malterriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jacairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Boston Malterrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jacairns usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Boston Malterriers usually need at least 45 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Jacairn requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Boston Malterrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Jacairn should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Boston Malterrier should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Jacairn feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 9-22 pound (4 - 10 kg) Boston Malterrier feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Jacairn is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Boston Malterrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Jacairn is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Boston Malterrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Jacairns can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Boston Malterriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Jacairns are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Boston Malterriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Jacairns are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Boston Malterriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Jacairns are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Boston Malterriers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Jacairns are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Boston Malterriers are highly friendly around strangers.

Jacairns are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Boston Malterriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Jacairns are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Boston Malterriers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.